warning JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

non-essential electrical devices or increase en-
gine speed (if at idle). If the charging system
light remains on, it means that the vehicle is
experiencing a problem with the charging sys-
tem. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an
authorized dealer.
If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump
Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In Emer-
gencies”.
•Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem
with the Electronic Throttle Control
(ETC) system. The light will come
on when the ignition is first turned
ON and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come
on during starting, have the system checked by
an authorized dealer.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on
while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition
key when the vehicle has completely stopped
and the shift lever is placed in the PARK
position. The light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running
your vehicle, will usually be drivable, however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as
possible. If the light is flashing when the engine
is running, immediate service is required and
you may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
•
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated en-
gine condition. As temperatures rise
and the gauge approaches H,this
indicator will illuminate and a single
chime will sound after reaching a set threshold.
Further overheating will cause the temperature
gauge to pass H,the indicator will continuously
flash and a continuous chime will occur until
the engine is allowed to cool.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull
over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the tempera-
ture reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately and call for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To
Do In Emergencies” for more information. •
Transmission Temperature Light
This light indicates that there is
excessive transmission fluid tem-
perature that might occur with se-
vere usage such as trailer towing.
It may also occur when operating
the vehicle in a high torque con-
verter slip condition, such as 4-wheel-drive
operation (e.g., snow plowing, off- road opera-
tion). If this light comes on, stop the vehicle and
run the engine at idle or faster, with the trans-
mission in NEUTRAL until the light goes off.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission
Temperature Indicator illuminated will eventu-
ally cause severe transmission damage or
transmission failure.
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WARNING!
In some circumstances a Transmission Tem-
perature Indicator, under continued operation,
could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust compo-
nents and cause a fire.
Engine Oil Change Indicator System
Oil Change Due
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Oil Change
Due” message will flash in the EVIC display for
approximately 10 seconds after a single chime
has sounded, to indicate the next scheduled oil
change interval. The engine oil change indica-
tor system is duty cycle based, which means
the engine oil change interval may fluctuate,
dependent upon your personal driving style.Unless reset, this message will continue to
display each time you turn the ignition switch to
the ON/RUN position. To turn off the message
temporarily, press and release the MENU but-
ton. To reset the oil change indicator system
(after performing the scheduled maintenance)
refer to the following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position
(Do not start the engine).
2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal, slowly,
three times within 10 seconds.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK
position.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when
you start the vehicle, the oil change indica-
tor system did not reset. If necessary, repeat
this procedure.
Fuel EconomyPress and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Fuel Economy” displays highlighted in the
EVIC and press the SELECT button. Press and
release the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the
following Fuel Economy functions displays in
the EVIC:
•
Average Fuel Economy/Fuel Saver Mode
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
• Miles Per Gallon (MPG)
Press the UP/DOWN buttons to cycle through
all the Trip Computer functions.
The Trip Functions mode displays the following
information:
Average Fuel Economy / Fuel Saver
Mode — If Equipped
Shows the average fuel economy since the last
reset. When the fuel economy is reset, the
display will read “RESET” or show dashes for
two seconds. Then, the history information will
be erased, and the averaging will continue from
the last fuel average reading before the reset.
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Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the
last reset when the ignition switch is in the ACC
position. Elapsed time will increment when the
ignition switch is in the ON or START position.
To Reset The Display
Reset will only occur while a resettable function
is being displayed. Press and release the SE-
LECT button once to clear the resettable func-
tion being displayed. To reset all resettable
functions, press and hold the SELECT button
for two seconds. Current display will reset
along with other functions
UnitsPress and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Units” displays highlighted in the EVIC and
press the SELECT button. The EVIC, odometer,
and navigation system (if equipped) can be
changed between English and Metric units of
measure. To make your selection, scroll up or
down until the preferred setting is highlighted,
then press and release the SELECT button until
a check-mark appears next to the setting,
showing that setting has been selected.
Vehicle Info
(Customer Information Features)
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until
“SYSTEM” displays highlighted in the EVIC and
press the SELECT button. Press the UP and
DOWN button to scroll through the available
information displays, then press SELECT to
display anyone of the following choices.
•Coolant Temp
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
• Oil Temperature
Displays the actual oil temperature.
• Oil Pressure
Displays the actual oil pressure.
• Trans Temperature
Displays the actual transmission temperature.
• Engine Hours
Displays the hours of engine operation.
Tire PSI
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Tire PSI” displays highlighted in the EVIC and
press the SELECT button. Press and release the UP/DOWN buttons until one of the following
System Status messages displays in the EVIC:
•
System OK
• System Warnings Displayed (will display all
currently active System Warnings)
• Tire Pressure Monitor System (shows the
current pressure of all four road tires). For
additional information, refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitor System” in “Starting And Operating”.Tire Pressure Display
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1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Press the UP or DOWN button until the
Setup (Customer-Programmable Features)
menu is reached, then press the SELECT but-
ton.
3. Press the DOWN button until the “Compass
Variance” message is displayed in the EVIC,
then press the SELECT button. The last vari-
ance zone number displays in the EVIC.
4. Press and release the SELECT button until
the proper variance zone is selected, accord-
ing to the map.
5. Press and release the RETURN button to
exit.
Customer-Programmable Features
(System Setup)
Personal Settings allows you to set and recall
features when the transmission is in PARK. If
the transmission is out of PARK or the vehicle
begins moving, a warning messageSETUP
NOT AVAILABLE, is followed in three seconds
by, VEHICLE NOT IN PARK.
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until
Setup displays in the EVIC. Use the UP or DOWN button to display one of
the following choices.
Select Language
When in this display you may select one of five
languages for all display nomenclature, includ-
ing the trip functions and the navigation system
(if equipped). Press the UP or DOWN button
while in this display and scroll through the
language choices. Press the SELECT button to
select English, Spanish (Español), French
(Français), Italian (Italiano), German (Deutsch),
and Dutch (Nederlands). Then, as you con-
tinue, the information will display in the se-
lected language.
Nav–Turn By Turn
When this feature is selected, the navigation
system utilizes voice commands, guiding
through the drive route, mile by mile, turn-by-
turn until the final destination is reached. To
make your selection, press and release the
SELECT button until a check-mark appears
next to the feature showing the system has
been activated or the check-mark is removed,
showing the system has been deactivated.
Auto Unlock Doors
When this feature is selected, all doors will
unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the
transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL posi-
tion and the driver’s door is opened. To make
your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until a check-mark appears next to the
feature showing the system has been acti-
vated, or the check-mark is removed showing
the system has been deactivated.
Remote Unlock Sequence
When
Unlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press
is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on
the first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK
button. When Driver Door 1st Press is selected,
you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK
button twice to unlock the passenger’s doors.
When Unlock All Doors On 1st Press is
selected, all of the doors will unlock on the first
press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
To make your selection, scroll up or down until
the preferred setting is highlighted, then press
and release the SELECT button until a check-
mark appears next to the setting, showing that
setting has been selected.
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has been deactivated. Refer to “Lights/
SmartBeam™ — If Equipped” in “Understand-
ing The Features Of Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Wiper Mode — If Equipped
When this feature is selected, the system will
automatically activate the windshield wipers if it
senses moisture on the windshield. To make
your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until a check-mark appears next to the
feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed, showing the
system has been deactivated. When this fea-
ture is deactivated, the system reverts to the
standard intermittent wiper operation.
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
When this feature is selected, the HSA system
is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control
System” in “Starting And Operating” for system
function and operating information. To make
your selection, press and release the SELECT
button until a check-mark appears next to the
feature showing the system has been activated
or the check-mark is removed, showing the
system has been deactivated.Blind Spot Alert
There are three selections when operating
Blind Spot Alert. By pressing and releasing the
SELECT button once, the Blind Spot Alert fea-
ture can be activated in “Blind Spot: Lights
Only” mode. When this mode is selected the
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system is activated
and will only show a visual alert in the outside
mirrors. By pressing and releasing the SELECT
button a second time “Blind Spot: Lights/CHM”
mode is activated. In this mode the Blind Spot
Monitor (BSM) will show a visual alert in the
outside mirrors as well as an audible alert when
the turn signal is on. When “Blind Spot: Off” is
selected the Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) system
is deactivated.
NOTE:
If your vehicle has experienced any damage
in the area where the sensor is located, even
if the fascia is not damaged, the sensor may
have become misaligned. Take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer to verify sensor
alignment. Having a sensor that is mis-
aligned will result in the BSM not operating
to specification.
Forward Collision Warning
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) feature
can be can be set to Far, set to Near or turned
Off. The default status of FCW is the Far setting.
This means the system will warn you of a
possible collision with the vehicle in front of you
when you are farther away. This gives you the
most reaction time. To change the setting for
more dynamic driving select the Near setting.
This warns you of a possible collision with the
vehicle in front of you when you are much
closer. This allows for a more dynamic driving
experience. To change FCW status press and
release the SELECT button until a check-mark
appears next to the feature showing the system
has been activated or the check-mark is re-
moved, showing the system has been deacti-
vated.
For further information, refer to ”Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC)” in “Understanding The
Features Of Your Vehicle”.
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List Or Browse ModeDuring Play mode, pressing any of the buttons
described below, will bring up List mode. List
mode enables scrolling through the list of
menus and tracks on the audio device.
•TUNE control knob: The TUNEcontrol knob
functions in a similar manner as the scroll
wheel on the or external USB device.
• Turning it clockwise (forward) and coun-
terclockwise (backward) scrolls through
the lists, displaying the track detail on the
radio display. Once the track to be played
is highlighted on the radio display, press
the TUNE control knob to select and start
playing the track. Turning the TUNEcon-
trol knob fast will scroll through the list
faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay in
updating the information on the radio dis-
play may be noticeable.
• During all List modes, the iPod displays
all lists in “wrap-around” mode. So if the
track is at the bottom of the list, just turn
the wheel backwards (counter-clockwise)
to get to the track faster. •
In List mode, the radio PRESETbuttons
are used as shortcuts to the following lists
on the iPod or external USB device.
• Preset 1 – Playlists
• Preset2–Ar tists
• Preset 3 – Albums
• Preset 4 – Genres
• Preset 5 – Audiobooks
• Preset 6 – Podcasts
• Pressing a PRESET button will display the
current list on the top line and the first item
in that list on the second line.
• To Exit List mode without selecting a
track, press the same PRESETbutton
again to go back to Play mode.
• LIST button: The LISTbutton will display the
top level menu of the iPod or external USB
device. Turn the TUNEcontrol knob to list the
top-menu item to be selected and press the
TUNE control knob. This will display the next
sub-menu list item on the audio device, then
follow the same steps to go to the desired track in that list. Not all iPod
or external USB
device sub-menu levels are available on this
system.
• MUSIC TYPE button: TheMUSIC TYPE but-
ton is another shortcut button to the genre
listing on your audio device.
CAUTION!
• Leaving the iPod or external USB device
(or any supported device) anywhere in the
vehicle in extreme heat or cold can alter the
operation or damage the device. Follow the
device manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Placing items on the iPod or external USB
device, or connections to the iPod or
external USB device in the vehicle, can
cause damage to the device and/or to the
connectors.
WARNING!
Do not plug in or remove the iPod or external
USB device while driving. Failure to follow this
warning could result in an accident.
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STARTING PROCEDURESBefore starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten
your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other
occupants to buckle their seat belts.
WARNING!
Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leav-
ing unattended children in a vehicle is danger-
ous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Do not
leave the key fob in the ignition switch. A child
could operate power windows, other controls,
or move the vehicle.
Automatic TransmissionThe shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position before you can start the engine.
Apply the brakes before shifting into any driv-
ing gear.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the
following precautions are not observed:
•Shift into PARK only after the vehicle has
come to a complete stop.
• Shift into or out of REVERSE only after the
vehicle has come to a complete stop and
the engine is at idle speed.
• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or
NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the
engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
Using Fob With Integrated Key (Tip Start)
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or
pressing the accelerator pedal.
Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with
Integrated Key to briefly turn the ignition switch
to the START position and release it as soon as
the starter engages. The starter motor will con-
tinue to run, and it will disengage automatically when the engine is running. If the engine fails to
start, the starter will disengage automatically in
10 seconds. If this occurs, turn the ignition
switch to the LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 sec-
onds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” proce-
dure.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
This feature allows the
driver to operate the ig-
nition switch with the
push of a button, as long
as the ENGINE START/
STOP button is installed
and the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter
is in the passenger com-
partment.
Installing and Removing the ENGINE
START/STOP Button
Installing the Button
1. Remove the key fob from the ignition switch.
2. Insert the ENGINE START/STOP button into
the ignition switch with the lettering facing up
and readable.
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•Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a
second time to change the ignition switch to
the RUN position (EVIC displays “IGNITION
MODE RUN”),
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a
third time to return the ignition switch to the
OFF position (EVIC displays “IGNITION
MODE OFF”).
Extreme Cold Weather
(Below 20°F or 29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these tempera-
tures, use of an externally powered electric
engine block heater (available from your autho-
rized dealer) is recommended.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
• Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids
into the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could
result in a flash fire causing serious per-
sonal injury.
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WARNING!(Continued)
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle
to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged
battery, booster cables may be used to
obtain a start from a booster battery or the
battery in another vehicle. This type of start
can be dangerous if done improperly. Refer
to “Jump Starting” in “What To Do In Emer-
gencies” for further information.
Clearing a Flooded Engine
(Using ENGINE START/STOP Button)
If the engine fails to start after you have fol-
lowed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold
Weather procedures, it may be flooded. To
clear any excess fuel, press and hold the brake
pedal, push the accelerator pedal all the way to
the floor and hold it, then press and release the
ENGINE START/STOP button once. The starter
motor will engage automatically, run for 10 sec- onds, and then disengage. Once this occurs,
release the accelerator pedal and the brake
pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the
“Normal Starting” procedure.
Clearing A Flooded Engine
(Using Fob With Integrated Key)
If the engine fails to start after you have fol-
lowed the “Normal Starting” or “Extreme Cold
Weather” procedures, it may be flooded. To
clear any excess fuel, push the accelerator
pedal all the way to the floor and hold it. Then,
turn the ignition switch to the START position
and release it as soon as the starter engages.
The starter motor will disengage automatically
in 10 seconds. Once this occurs, release the
accelerator pedal, turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then
repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, wait 10 to
15 seconds before trying again.
After StartingThe idle speed is controlled automatically and it
will decrease as the engine warms up.
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Normal Starting – Diesel EngineObserve the following when the engine is op-
erating.
•All message center lights are off.
• Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is off.
• Low Oil Pressure Light is off.
Cold Weather Precautions
Operation in ambient temperature below 32°F
(0°C) may require special considerations. The
following chart suggests these options.
*No. 1 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel (ULSD)
should only be used where extended arctic
conditions (-10°F/-23°C) exist. NOTE:
•
Use of Climatized ULSD Diesel Fuel or
Number 1 ULSD Diesel Fuel results in a
noticeable decrease in fuel economy.
• Climatized ULSD Diesel Fuel is a blend of
Number 2 ULSD and Number 1 ULSD
Diesel Fuels, which reduces the tempera-
ture at which wax crystals form in fuel.
NOTE:
This engine requires the use of “Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel.” Use of incorrect fuel
could result in exhaust system damage. Re-
fer to “Fuel Requirements – Diesel Engine”
in “Starting and Operating” for further infor-
mation.
Battery Blanket Usage
A battery loses 60% of its cranking power as
the battery temperature decreases to 0°F
(-18°C). For the same decrease in temperature,
the engine requires twice as much power to
crank at the same RPM. The use of battery
blankets will greatly increase starting capability
at low temperatures. Suitable battery blankets
are available from your authorized MOPAR 
dealer. Engine Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid into
the air inlet opening in an attempt to start the
vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
1. The shift lever must be in the NEUTRAL or
PARK position before you can start the engine.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
3. Watch for the “Wait To Start Light” in the
instrument cluster. Refer to “Instrument Cluster”
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for
further information. It will glow for two to ten
seconds or more, depending on engine tem-
perature. When the “Wait To Start Light” goes
out, the engine is ready to start.
4. Tip Start Feature
Do not press the accelerator. Use the Fob with
Integrated Key (FOBIK) to briefly turn the igni-
tion switch to the START position and then
release it. The starter motor will continue to run,
and it will automatically disengage when the
engine is running. If the engine fails to start, the
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CAUTION!(Continued)
• Do not shift from REVERSE, PARK, or
NEUTRAL into any forward gear when the
engine is above idle speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of
PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is
higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
on the brake pedal, the vehicle could acceler-
ate quickly forward or in reverse. You could
lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or
something. Only shift into gear when the
engine is idling normally and when your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal.
Key Ignition Park InterlockThis vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition
Park Interlock which requires the shift lever to
be placed in PARK prior to turning the ignition
switch to the LOCK position. The key fob can
only be removed from the ignition switch when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position and
once removed the shift lever is locked in PARK.
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
System
This vehicle is equipped with a Brake Transmis-
sion Shift Interlock System (BTSI) that holds the
shift lever in the PARK position when the igni-
tion switch is in the LOCK position. To move the
shift lever out of the PARK position, the ignition
switch must be turned to the ON or START
position (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
Brake/Transmission Interlock
Manual Override
Your vehicle may be equipped with a shift lock
manual override. The manual override may be
used in the event that the shift lever should fail
to move from PARK with the ignition switch in
the ON position and the brake pedal pressed.
To operate the shift lock manual override, per-
form the following steps:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine.
2. Firmly set the parking brake.
3. Remove the rubber liner from the cupholder
(located next to the shifter on the center con-
sole).
4. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, carefully
remove the shift lock manual override cover,
which is located on the bottom of the cup-
holder.
5. Press and maintain firm pressure on the
brake pedal.
6. Using the screwdriver, reach into the manual
override opening. Press and hold the shift lock
lever down.
7. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL posi-
tion.
8. The vehicle may then be started in NEU-
TRAL.
Have your vehicle inspected by your local
authorized dealer if the shift lock manual over-
ride has been used.
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